If you‘re one of the many homeowners who spends a large amount of cooking or entertaining time in the kitchen, you‘ll know that the style of a kitchen space is just as important as its functionality—and you‘ll definitely benefit from knowing how to decorate kitchen walls.

From stripes to checkered floors, there are many ways to update a space with paint and create a room that you, your family and even guests will never want to leave. Stripes—Stripes are all the rage these days, and taking the time to add some to your kitchen walls will immediately make it look ultra cool. Painting stripes can be a long and tedious process, but the results are well worth the extra effort.

With a dose of restraint to balance your kitchen‘s small scale, you can proudly display a collection, hang window treatments, and accessorize your kitchen to reflect your style.